Learn to Lead Multi-pitch Ice

This program is for ice climbers with an experience level where they able to competently lead single Grade 3 or 4 ice routes minimum. You do not have to have necessarily climbed multi-pitch routes in the past to take this program..

You will learn...

- You will learn about ice climbing gear selection and how to rack that gear to capitalize on efficiency.

- Hazard awareness, recognition and how to manage those hazards on multi-pitch routes.

- Planning your ice objective by selecting the right route for your ability and skill level as well as route finding.

- Descent systems – getting back down safely by utilizing state of the art techniques using the gear you have to make V-Thread anchors to rappelling back to the ground with additional back-ups techniques for your anchor and for when you are rappelling.

This course is for those ice climbers out there who are ready to really serious about elevating their skills. CRMG Multi-Pitch Ice program will provide you with the confidence to get to a place where you truly can begin climbing waterfall ice with your partner armed with the know how to take your climbing adventures higher into the mountain with confidence and a larger margin of safety.

Course Pricing

Group Size

Day Rate

Price per guest

Per student

$550

$550

*Please add 5% GST to the above amounts.
*Additional expenses such as food and drinks, park fees, transportation or accommodation are not included.
*Maximum 4:1 students to guide ration in the field.

Booking & Details

Gear to bring

- Item

What you need to bring - here is what we recommend:

Mountain Boots (that are properly interface with waterfall crampons)

Daypack (30-45 litres)

Lunch & snacks

Thermos and water (whichever you prefer, 1.5 -2.0 litre recommended)

Sunglasses & sunscreen

Camera

Gloves (as well as extra pairs of gloves)

Generally folks taking part in an intermediate level course such as this have their own crampons and tools. If you do not have this equipment, we can source it for you.

Guide/Instructor will have all emergency equipment including group first aid, improvised rescue toboggan and VHF Radio and /or InReach device.

Course Dates

March 10th & 11th (Saturday and Sunday) 2018.

We can arrange a Learn to Lead Multipitch Ice program on alternative dates which aren't listed and/or we can do mid-week courses as well.

Please refer to our Availability Calendar.

Logistics

Day 1:We meet, sign waivers and do gear checks and assess hazards for our chosen venue specific to our objectives. We will drive out to a venue that is appropriate for our objectives. When we arrive, we will address site safety. We will do a comprehensive overview of lead climbing tactic for ice climbing including placement of ice screws, choosing and optimizing stances for placements. We will review anchor construction and a thorough analysis of ice screw and implementation of them in an anchor. We will also work on movement skills to get your climbing where it needs to be.

Day 2: We will be travelling to a backcountry destination in Banff National Park or Kananaskis Country. Firstly, we review descending from a multi-pitch ice climb. We will review multi-pitch leading and then embark on some simulated leads to get your head into it. We will work on movement skills throughout the program. We discuss and practice rappelling with a back up and finish up the day by 4:00pm.

Waiver: You will be obliged to read, understand and sign a waiver prior to participating in our programs. Download the PDF attached on this page and read and understand the document before showing up.

Availability Calendar & Contact

Basic Ice Climbing Day Course

This program is designed to get you started ice climbing if you are brand new or relatively new to the sport. You will learn about ice climbing equipment and how to walk in crampons as well how to swing tools, front point, and transition into stances while staying in balance.

Learn to Lead Ice Climb Course

Taking the step to learn how to lead ice how lead ice is a profound leap in terms of skill and confidence. Leading ice is serious business and it requires commitment and the appropriate set of skills to move safely over this complex terrain.

Learn to Lead Multi-pitch Ice Climb Course

This program is for ice climbers with an experience level where they able to competently lead single Grade 3 or 4 ice routes minimum. You do not have to have necessarily climbed multi-pitch routes in the past to take this program.

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Avalanche Courses

AST 1

You will also learn the most current and effective techniques in avalanche companion rescue where in the unlikely event that things were to ever go wrong, you are equipped with the knowledge and hands on skill to deal with an organized avalanche response.

AST 2

The AST Level 2 is all about taking the information you’ve learned on your AST 2 and taking it to the next level in a more complex mountain environment. You will be in real avalanche terrain making real decisions about how to move through that terrain while learning concepts which minimizes your exposure when its most important.

Ice Climbing Courses

Basic Ice Climbing Day Course

This program is designed to get you started ice climbing if you are brand new or relatively new to the sport. You will learn about ice climbing equipment and how to walk in crampons as well how to swing tools, front point, and transition into stances while staying in balance.

Learn to Lead Ice Climb Course

Taking the step to learn how to lead ice how lead ice is a profound leap in terms of skill and confidence. Leading ice is serious business and it requires commitment and the appropriate set of skills to move safely over this complex terrain.

Learn to Lead Multi-pitch Ice Climb Course

This program is for ice climbers with an experience level where they able to competently lead single Grade 3 or 4 ice routes minimum. You do not have to have necessarily climbed multi-pitch routes in the past to take this program.